Last 2 Weeks of Hurricane Helene Helicopter Missions
Greg Biffle - NASCAR Driver
https://youtu.be/PG9_3-bcYm0
21 minutes
GREAT summary video, this guy is solid gold.
Greg was instrumental in getting the entire helicopter OP started in NC - solely thru viral social media posts. Explains how the word spread and how individuals and companies all over the country responded by sending helicopters, Starlink units, heavy equipment and emergency supplies.
Also verifies that
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the Starlink units he dealt with were FREE with 3 months of free use.
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Didn't see FEMA much initially except from the air (and then, not until Day 5; they were few and far between). FEMA was not delivering food, water or insulin etc - this was only done to his knowledge by private individuals and companies.
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The military appeared about Day 4 and gradually started flying some missions starting Day 5.
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What is needed now - emergency supplies, do need heaters, propane tanks, generators and warm clothing (new)
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Future: winter housing, vehicles & jobs
Greg was honored for his work so far by fellow NASCAR drivers. He plans events to honor helicopter and fixed wing pilots.
His (modest) comment:
"Stick around to watch my honest thoughts on the last two weeks and all that the pilots and myself have experienced. If you piloted any rescue or supply missions in the wake of Hurricane Helene, watch until the end to see how we are honoring those who volunteered their time and machines to help save others. These opinions expressed in this video are those of myself, and no others."